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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Sankt Gallen
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€47
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€55
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 21 m
Trains on Sep 18
5
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Sankt Gallen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Sankt Gallen will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 trains from Basel to Sankt Gallen, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:07 AM2h15Basel7:22 AMSankt Gallen€471One-way0 transfers- 7:07 AM2h15Basel9:22 AMSankt Gallen€491One-way0 transfers
- 7:43 AM2h40Basel10:23 AMSankt Gallen€501One-way0 transfers
- 8:07 AM2h15Basel10:22 AMSankt Gallen€501One-way0 transfers
- 2:43 PM2h19Basel5:02 PMSankt Gallen€761One-way0 transfers
- 5:07 AM2h15Basel7:22 AMSankt Gallen€471One-way0 transfers
- 8:07 AM2h15Basel10:22 AMSankt Gallen€501One-way0 transfers
- 7:07 AM2h15Basel9:22 AMSankt Gallen€491One-way0 transfers
- 2:43 PM2h19Basel5:02 PMSankt Gallen€761One-way0 transfers
- 7:43 AM2h40Basel10:23 AMSankt Gallen€501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Sankt Gallen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 136 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€45 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Sankt Gallen:
A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Sankt Gallen costing on average €45.
Other travel options to Sankt Gallen take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 59m.
Live departures
Basel to Sankt Gallen train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Sankt Gallen trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 3261 | 3261 · B 11 | 11040 | 8:07 AM Basel SBB | 2h25 | 10:32 AM Sankt Gallen | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 3261 | 3261 | 8:07 AM Basel SBB | 2h15 | 10:22 AM St. Gallen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 3261 | 3261 · B 180 18017 | 18017 · S 21 2100 | 2100 | 8:07 AM Basel SBB | 2h40 | 10:47 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
| IC 3 563 | 563 · EC 99 | 99 · B 11 | 11046 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 2h29 | 11:02 AM Sankt Gallen | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3 563 | 563 · EC 99 | 99 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 1h57 | 10:30 AM St. Gallen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 563 | 563 · EC 99 | 99 · S 21 2105 | 2105 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 2h20 | 10:53 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| IC 3 563 | 563 · EC 99 | 99 · B 6 | 6183 | 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 2h10 | 10:43 AM St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 2 transfers | |
| IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 8:43 AM Basel SBB | 2h19 | 11:02 AM St. Gallen | 1 transfer | |
| IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513 · B 6 | 6199 | 8:43 AM Basel SBB | 2h30 | 11:13 AM St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 2 transfers | |
| IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513 · B 6 | 6199 | 8:43 AM Basel SBB | 2h30 | 11:13 AM St. Gallen, Mühlegg | 2 transfers | |
| IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 8:43 AM Basel SBB | 2h19 | 11:02 AM St. Gallen | 1 transfer | |
| IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513 · S 21 2109 | 2109 | 8:43 AM Basel SBB | 2h40 | 11:23 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| IR 37 2263 | 2263 · IC 5 513 | 513 · S 21 2109 | 2109 | 8:43 AM Basel SBB | 2h40 | 11:23 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 273 | 273 · IR 13 3263 | 3263 | 9:07 AM Basel SBB | 2h15 | 11:22 AM St. Gallen | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 553 | 553 · RJX 13479 | 13479 · S 22 4111 | 4111 | 9:33 AM Basel SBB | 2h09 | 11:42 AM St. Gallen Güterbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Sankt Gallen
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Trains from Basel to Sankt Gallen run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Sankt Gallen trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Sankt Gallen from €9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Sankt Gallen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Sankt Gallen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sankt Gallen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Sankt Gallen
Most Basel to Sankt Gallen trains use the Basel SBB to St. Gallen station pair, with some services arriving at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Basel and Sankt Gallen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Sankt Gallen leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Sankt Gallen station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to St. Gallen from Sankt Gallen city centre
St. Gallen train station facilities and services
St. Gallen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lagerhaus, Restaurant Marktplatz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St. Gallen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St. Gallen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Gallen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St. Gallen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Walhalla, Hotel Metropol, Hotel Dom.
Getting to St. Gallen Güterbahnhof from Sankt Gallen city centre
St. Gallen Güterbahnhof is 1 km from Sankt Gallen city centre. Public transport options include:
St. Gallen Güterbahnhof train station facilities and services
St. Gallen Güterbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen Güterbahnhof.
Getting to St. Gallen St. Fiden from Sankt Gallen city centre
St. Gallen St. Fiden is 1 km from Sankt Gallen city centre. Public transport options include:
St. Gallen St. Fiden train station facilities and services
St. Gallen St. Fiden has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St. Gallen St. Fiden.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at St. Gallen St. Fiden.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Gallen St. Fiden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St. Gallen St. Fiden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen St. Fiden.
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